Cybersecurity Research & Systems Assistant Spring 2026

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South Orange, NJ - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 14 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY

The Cybersecurity Research & Systems Assistant supports faculty in preparing and maintaining cybersecurity lab environments instructional materials and workshop resources. The student assists with software installation system configuration and technical tasks required for teaching research and hands-on lab sessions. This role also includes basic troubleshooting documentation and coordination to ensure smooth operation of cybersecurity activities in the department.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

- Install configure and test software virtual machines security tools and applications required for the workshops and regular class labs.
- Check maintain and troubleshoot Wi-Fi adapters network devices lab computers and systems used for teaching.
- Prepare organize and update instructional materials lab documentation and technical guides.
- Support faculty during cybersecurity demonstrations hands-on exercises and instructional activities.
- Assist with lab setup before class sessions including connecting devices preparing virtual machines and verifying equipment functionality.
- Test new tools and lab instructions to ensure materials work correctly before workshops and courses.
- Help maintain the cybersecurity lab environment report issues promptly and contribute to a clean organized and secure workspace.
- Perform other related technical or administrative tasks as assigned by the faculty supervisor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Strong interest in cybersecurity computer science IT or related fields.
- Basic knowledge of operating systems (Windows Linux) and general computer troubleshooting.
- Ability to follow technical instructions carefully and complete tasks independently.
- Good communication organization and time-management skills.
- Reliability professionalism and attention to detail in a lab environment.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience working with virtual machines.
- Familiarity with common cybersecurity tools.
- Coursework in cybersecurity networking or system administration.
- Prior experience helping in labs workshops or IT environments.
- Comfortable working with routers switches Wi-Fi adapters or small network setups.

CONTACT

Shajina Anand

FEDERAL WORK STUDY ELIGIBILITY

Not Required

Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).

JOB SUMMARYThe Cybersecurity Research & Systems Assistant supports faculty in preparing and maintaining cybersecurity lab environments instructional materials and workshop resources. The student assists with software installation system configuration and technical tasks required for teaching researc...
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As one of the nation's leading Catholic universities, Seton Hall University has been showing the world what great minds can do since 1856. SHU's main campus is located in the quaint town of South Orange, NJ, only 14 miles from New York City.

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